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2D Computer Aided Design - Level 2 Award - Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Gp 01 SC-TCAD2A-G(2021)YA1
Venue South Downs Campus Type of study Part-Time	Dates 16-Sep-2020 - 23-Jun-2021 (weeks)	Fees Course Full Fee £775.00 Exam Full Fee £95.00

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Overview

This course will give you a basic introduction to Computer Aided Design to help you progress towards a CAD qualification which will enable you to pursue a career as a draughtsperson or designer in any industry.

Entry Requirements

No prior knowledge is required, but you should be computer literate.

Structure

You will work through the sessions at your own speed with demonstrations from your lecturer.

You will study over 12 sessions, covering the following:

History and background of AutoCAD and Computer Aided Design
The co-ordinate system
Setting of parameters; units, limits, grid and mouse click functionality
Creation of lines, circles, arcs, rectangles, ellipses and text
Modifying parameters, settings, lines and line types
Use of layers, hatching and line
Inserting and creating symbols and blocks
Use of scale
Dimensioning and dimensioning techniques
The Future of Computer Aided Design for 3D solid modelling and prototyping

Teaching & Learning

You will be taught using industry standard software by our experienced lecturers.

Assessment

You will be assessed by a practical assignment and on going observation.

Progression

Further Computer Aided Design qualifications.

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2D Computer Aided Design

Level 2 Award